Catawba County News
This Week @ Your Library July 27 - August 3
Published: July 24, 2025
We've got storytimes!
Ready to Learn Storytime: Preschool
Preschool story time with reading
readiness. Join us for songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed to prepare your preschooler to learn.
Wednesdays at 10 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
St. Stephens Branch Library
Main Library in Newton
Wednesdays at 11 am
Southwest Branch Library
Thursdays at 10 am
Maiden Branch Library
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Southwest Branch Library
St. Stephens Branch Library
Fridays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Ready to Learn Storytime: Tiny to Two
Mondays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
This sweet, simple, 20-minute story time features rhymes, bounces, sensory play, and singing for our youngest learners. Playtime follows.
Sensory-Friendly: Ready to Learn Storytime
Tuesdays at 10 am
Main Library in Newton
Join us for a fun, sensory-friendly storytime for neurodivergent children and their siblings! Enjoy songs, sensory play, crafts, and stories designed for a small group of 10, creating a calm, welcoming space. Afterward, stay for free play to encourage socialization & motor skills. To register, please visit the library or call 828-465-8665.
Programs for children, ages 6-11!
Color Our World: You Belong Here Art Adventure
Wednesday, July 30 at 10 am
NoCo ARTS - 118 N College Ave, Newton
Meet library staff at NoCo Arts Gallery to learn gallery etiquette, explore amazing artwork, and create your own masterpiece. A fun, hands-on way to discover art! To register, please call 828-465-8665.
Color Our World: Trash Art Creations
Wednesday, July 30 at 3 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Kids will put their imagination to work by building something special from recycled materials. Each creation will be given a title or name and kids are welcome to introduce their creation to the group.
Color Our World: Art with the HMA
Wednesday, July 30 at 4:30 pm
Conover Branch Library
Join us as the Hickory Museum of Art leads us in an art activity! To register, please call 828-466-5108.
Nailed It!
Thursday, July 31 at 2 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
We'll show you how to make a themed dessert item and you will have a set amount of time to build and create your own! Try to make yours look as much like the example as possible! To register, please call 828-466-6827.
Programs for teens!
Nintendo Switch Night
Tuesday, July 29 at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
We all know and love the Nintendo Switch, so join us for an epic night of gaming!
Teen Self Defense
Tuesday, July 29 at 6 pm
Conover Branch Library
Learn about the common profiles and tactics of attackers, blocking and striking techniques, defense against grabs and holds, and the legalities of self-defense. Participants are encouraged to dress in comfortable clothing for this interactive hands-on training class. To register, please call 828-466-5108.
Color Our World: Alcohol Inks
Wednesday, July 30 at 2 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Create unique and vibrant art with alcohol inks. Dress to mess. To register, please call 828-466-6827.
Color Our World: Bad Art Night
Wednesday, July 30 at 4:30 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Unleash your creativity with Bad Art Night! No pressure, no rules—just make the worst, wackiest, or weirdest art you can. The uglier, the better! Bring your imagination and have fun!
Programs for adults!
Zumba Mondays!
Mondays at 6 pm
Main Library in Newton
Kick off your week with a burst of Zumba, a dance and movement class that’s too much fun to call exercise. It’s appropriate for every skill and ability level and open to anyone 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18).
Typing Tuesdays
Tuesdays at 11 am
Main Library in Newton
Need to step-up your typing game? Join us each Tuesday in July to begin your typing journey or increase your typing speed and skills. All users will create a free typing account to allow them to continue practicing at their own pace! To register, please call 828-465-9565.
Purl and Chain
Tuesdays at 6 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Make new friends and enjoy the company of others while you knit and crochet. This month we will be working on the different variations of crochet stitches. Bring your own supplies - some yarn provided.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Fridays at 11 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
A certified yoga instructor will lead us through a beginner-friendly, gentle flow yoga class. You are encouraged to bring a yoga mat or towel as well as a small blanket.
Mindful Movement
Fridays at 3 pm
St. Stephens Branch Library
Low impact exercise and gentle stretching for all ages.
Color Our World: Trivia
Monday, July 28 at 6 pm
Southwest Branch Library
Join us for a fun-filled event combining trivia and music bingo—all themed around colors! Test your knowledge with host Val Carpenter, and enjoy great music. Don’t miss this exciting, interactive experience!
Color Our World: Mosaics
Tuesday, July 29 at 5:30 pm
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
Join us as we explore the timeless art of mosaics. To register, please call 828-466-6827.
Preserving the Harvest
Tuesday, July 29 at 6 pm
Maiden Branch Library
Melissa Falcone returns to share about canning, curing, dehydration and fermentation – a great overview of traditions that served our grandparents well no matter what the economic winds might bring.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, July 30 at 11:30 am
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch Library
A certified yoga instructor will lead us through a beginner-friendly, gentle flow chair yoga class. Chair yoga allows you to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance.
Photo editing with Lightroom
Thursday, July 31 at 5 pm
Main Library in Newton
New to photography or looking to get inspired in your editing process? Join us as we walk through the basics of the photo editing process. This course will require you to download the free version of Adobe Lightroom on your smartphone or device. All ages are welcome! To register, please call 828-465-9565.
Color Our World: Adult Recess
Friday, August 1 at 3 pm
Main Library in Newton
Spend an hour of your Friday afternoon with the library for some lovely downtime. A variety of activities will be available including coloring, board games and puzzles.
Qi Gong
Saturday, August 2 at 9:30 am
Main Library in Newton
Involving gentle movements, controlled breath patterns, and focused attention, Qi Gong can be practiced seated or otherwise – a great practice for those new to movement. Open to anyone 14+ (parental signature required for teens under 18).
Visit with the Library to Go - out in the community!
Maiden Lunch and Library
Tuesday, July 29 at 11:30 am
101 Old Tavern Lane, Maiden
Receive a bagged lunch provided by The Corner Table Community Kitchen and participate in a storytime and craft.
Herman Sipe Lunch & Library
Wednesday, July 30 from 11:30 am - 1 pm
115 Herman Sipe Rd, Conover
Enjoy a meal provided by The Corner Table Community Kitchen, check out some books and participate in free hands-on activities.
Public Health Farmers Market
Thursday, July 31 from 10 am - 1 pm
3070 11th Ave. Dr. SE, Hickory
The Library To Go will be bringing the party to the farmers market with music, games, and books for all ages.
